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Race Day sponsors
APRIL 3, 2021
PRESENTING SPONSOR
OFFICIAL SPONSORS
SUPPORTING SPONSOR
welcome, runners! a quick note
Welcome to the 2021 Early Bird 10 Mile Run presented by Nebraska Nebraska Medicine is proud to be the presenting sponsor
Medicine! of the Early Bird Run. Our sports medicine team is excited to
We know many of you have done some in-person races already during have the opportunity to be a part of this fun and engaging
the pandemic and for others this will be your first race back. Either way, we event. We specialize in keeping athletes in peak physical
can’t wait to see you on race day.
condition so you can continue to stay active. Don’t delay the
Much like restaurants, grocery stores, barber shops and other spaces care you need, we have enhanced safety protocols in place
where people gather, Pink Gorilla Events races are going to look a little so you can rest assured when visiting our clinics. Enjoy the
different for the near future. During the coronavirus era, local directed
health measures are dynamic and can loosen or tighten at any time. race, have fun and good luck!
For this reason we’ve developed the Pink Gorilla Run Safe Commitment
which you can find on the next pages and will be up to date on each - Nebraska Medicine | Sports Medicine Program
race website. Along with general info on the race website, this page will
explain what to expect on race day and what we are doing to keep the
events as safe as possible. In addition, we have developed a list of Athlete
Responsibilities so you can be as prepared as possible for race day.
While racing might look slightly different, Pink Gorilla Events promises to do
everything we can to provide the safest and most fun events possible. We
look forward to seeing you soon, we’ve missed you! See you out there!
- Pink Gorilla Events Crew
BEN LINDA JASON
JARED MADDIE THE PINK GORILLA
RUN SAFE COMMITMENT
Pink Gorilla Events promises to follow social distancing best 3. Cleaning and Sanitation
practices to ensure everyone involved is as safe as possible. We will
• We will reduce touch points to minimize physical interactions
work closely with our local health department to follow all directed
and deploy frequent cleaning and sanitation.
health measures at the time of the event.
• Hand sanitizer will be available throughout the event including
packet pickup, higher traffic areas, and in and around portable
1. Event Adjustments
toilets.
• Start line corrals will be implemented to keep athletes socially • Water stations will use sealed, canned water rather than cups.
distant throughout the event. • We will use increased safety and hygiene practices for staff and
• Athletes will be asked to remain in their vehicles prior to starting volunteers including use of masks, gloves and regular hand
other than for essential activities such as packet pickup, using sanitization.
the restroom, brief warm-up or lining-up to start. Text messaging
and event announcements will be used to communicate wave
starts. 4. Personal Protective Equipment
• Athletes will be given a recommended arrival time. • All staff and volunteers will wear a face covering at all times.
• Spectators will not be allowed or highly discouraged, unless • Athletes are required to wear a face covering when not racing.
accompanying a participating minor, or dropping off or picking • Athletes are not required to wear face coverings while running
up a participant. on the course, but should carry their mask with them so they
• After-Party activities including the award ceremony will not be have it when done running.
held after the race to avoid gathering. • Face masks will be available on site for athletes that do not
• Athletes will be encouraged to depart the event as soon as have one.
feasible after finishing. • Transparent plastic barriers will create separation at essential
• There will be no on-site registration. Registration and payment interaction points such as packet pickup.
must be made online prior to event day.
• All athletes will have the option to run virtually if they choose.
2. Social Distancing
• Event signage will promote safe social distancing practices
including maintaining 6 feet of distance between others.
• Dedicated lanes and waiting spots will be provided to aid in
social distancing in areas where athletes congregate such as
packet pickup, start line, and restrooms.
• Personal responsibilities will be communicated to athletes, staff,
volunteers, vendors, and sponsors prior to the event.
ATHLETE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Feel Sick? Stay Home. 4. Carry Water, Carry Nutrition,
Athletes, staff, volunteers, vendors, and sponsors will be asked to self-screen and stay be Self Reliant
home for any of the following reasons:
• Have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last 21 days. Take the following steps to be self-sufficient for your race:
• Have experienced any of the following in the last 14 days: • Carry your own water bottle or hydration vest on course. We will have
• Known temperature of 100.4° F or higher canned water on course, however it is best to be self-sufficient.
• Cough (excludes symptoms from preexisting conditions) • Carry your own nutrition.
• Shortness of breath / difficulty breathing (excludes symptoms from preexisting • Carry your own personal-sized hand sanitizer.
conditions) • Read race websites, written guides, emails, social media posts, policies
• Chills, muscle pain, sore throat, or recent loss of taste or smell
and rules. Follow event signage and race official instructions on race
• Have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19
in the last 14 days.
day.
All athletes and especially at-risk persons are encouraged to consult a physician • Know the race course. Be aware of potential traffic.
prior to participating. • Know your start wave time and corral if assigned.
Athletes that feel sick and stay home should contact us and we can transfer you to • Use the restroom prior to arrival to reduce lines at event facilities.
the virtual event. • Bring your own face mask. Wear it in mask zones. Carry it while running.
We have one if needed.
2. Mask Up in Mask Zones • Have a plan for your gear.
Face coverings are required to be worn by athletes at the event whenever
they are not running the race course. Face coverings are not required while 5. Wash Hands
running the race course. However, athletes should carry their masks while Practice good personal hygiene:
running so they have it at the finish line. • Frequently clean hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
• Use hand sanitizer when needed. Bring your own personal sized bottle
When are face coverings required? and carry it with you.
• Indoor environments such as packet pickups
• Start line chute and finish line recovery area 6. Avoid Touching
• Parking lots or other event grounds
Whenever possible, avoid physical contact with:
• Waiting in lines or crowded areas
• Other people
• Touching your face
When are face coverings not required?
• Surfaces
• Running the race course; However, athletes should carry their masks
• Items that are not your own
while running so they have it at the finish line.
• Personal vehicles
We have masks if you need one.
Race Day Quick Check List
Staff and volunteers will wear masks at all times. Check temperature before arriving. Feel sick? Stay home.
Bring hand sanitizer, facemask, water bottle or vest, and nutrition.
3. Maintain 6 Feet Distance Know your starting wave, starting time, and when to arrive.
Read and understand the Athlete Responsibilities.
Practice Social Distancing:
• Reduce frequency, proximity and duration of contact with others. Note
• Maintain a distance of 6 feet whenever possible.
• Spectators are not allowed unless accompanying a participating minor. The information in this document is subject to change at Pink Gorilla
• Remain in your vehicle whenever possible before and after race. Events’ discretion as best practices and local regulations continue to
• Avoid congregating before or after race. evolve.
RUN SAFE COMMITMENT & ATHLETE RESPONSIBILITIES.
Pink Gorilla Events has always taken pride in putting on safe, high quality and fun events. During the COVID-19
era, we will be utilizing our Run Safe Commitment and Athlete Responsibilities to communicate to participants on
how to prepare for race day and what to expect when you arrive. Please understand that circumstances are
dynamic and constantly changing. We will continue to adjust and communicate changes as soon as possible
to ensure a safe and healthy race experience. Thank you!
MASKS ON IN START LINE AREA FINISH LINE AREA
START LINE AREA
- Start corrals or waves will
be assigned to ensure
MASKS MAY BE REMOVED
social distance - Masks must be put on after finishing
- Know your start corral or - Spectators are not allowed
START LINE
wave and arrival time - Maintain social distancing
- Do not come to the start - Exit the finish and recovery area quickly
line area before your time - Bottled water and packaged recovery items
provided as participants exit the recovery area
- Tables will be spread
AID STATION
apart
FINISH LINE
6 FT
6’ TABLE 6’ TABLE
- Aid stations will be staffed NO PARTICIPANT ZONE
and wearing masks
PUT MASK ON
- Cups or cans will be
placed on tables to grab
RACE DAY QUICK CHECK-LIST 6 FT
Self Screen. Feel Sick? Maintain 6 Feet Masks Required
Check temperature before arriving. Feel sick? Stay home. Stay Home! Distance When Not Racing
Bring hand sanitizer, facemask, water bottle or vest, and nutrition.
Know your starting wave and starting time. Know when to arrive.
Read and understand the Athlete Responsibilities. Carry Water, Carry
Nutrition Wash Hands Avoid Touching
packet pickup
ADVANCED PACKET PICKUP NO CONFIRMATION OR ID REQUIRED
Lincoln | Curbside Pickup We currently do not require photo ID or official confirmation
Friday, March 26, 2021 | 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm to pickup your packet as long as this privilege is not abused.
Pink Gorilla Events ( 3121 South 6th Street, Lincoln, NE 68502 ) Simply know your bib # that was sent to you in a pre-race
email or you can look up your bib # when you arrive.
Omaha | Drive-Thru Pickup
Wednesday, March 31, 2021 | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Can a friend pick up my packet for me?
Nebraska Medicine Village Point Yes! You can pick up packets for as many friends as you’d
( 111 N 175th St, Omaha, NE 68118 ) like at advanced packet pickup. Please just know their bib #.
If this privilege is abused, we will be forced to ask for photo
ID and proxy forms. Please don’t abuse this and give a bib to
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP someone that didn’t register. These runners are considered
Packet pickup will be available on race day starting at 6:15 am, bandits and are a major liability to us. Failure to comply
but we STRONGLY encourage you to pick it up in advance. will result in disqualification of all offending parties from the
current race and a ban for the following year.
THE PACKET: RACE ENVELOPE & SHIRT
At Packet Pickup, you will receive a race envelope packet
that contains your race bib (which also doubles as your
timing chip) and safety pins. You will also receive your official
participant shirt.
Shirt Exchange
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There will be a limited number of participant shirts and SWAG success,
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items for exchange on race day only. Supply is limited and
changes as runners exchange one size for another. You may family,
only exchange like items. After event day, participant shirts
can be exchanged upon request, but participants must
cover the cost of shipping.
security.
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race day schedule
RACE START
Saturday, April 3, 2021 | Walnut Grove Park
( 15050 Q Street, Omaha, NE 68137 )
6:00 am Parking Open
6:15 am Packet Pickup
6:30 am Race Bag Drop
7:30 am Rooster crows... Race Starts!
RACE FINISH
Saturday, April 3, 2021 | Walnut Grove Park
8:30 am Finish Line Race Recovery Starts
11:30 am Finish Line Race Recovery Ends
CORRAL ASSIGNMENTS
For 2021, we will be implementing a rolling corral start. Each
arrival
runner will be assigned a corral. On race morning, corrals
Please arrive 60 minutes prior to the start of the race to park,
will be well signed and will follow each other in a continuous
stretch, use the restroom and check your bag if you wish.
procession towards the start line. Corral assignments will be
Add an additional 15 minutes if you still need to pickup your
sent in participant pre-race emails and can also be found via
packet.
bib-lookup. They will be printed on runner’s race packet and
also race bib. Runners may not move up a corral under any
race bag drop
circumstance, however, a runner may move back a corral if
they would like to run with another participant in another corral. Race bag drop will be located inside Walnut Grove near the
Start/Finish Line. Participants may place their warm up clothes
or dry finish line clothes in the race bag provided at packet
pickup. Make sure your race bag is labeled with your race
number by using the sticker provided in your race packet
and make sure your bag is securely tied shut. Do not place
valuables in your bag. If you need a car key at the finish line,
carry it with you or loop it in your shoelace rather than putting
it in your bag. Pink Gorilla Events cannot be responsible for
lost items placed in your race bag. Please allow 20 minutes to
drop off your bag. Race bags may be claimed after the race
at the same area.
Route Map Omaha, Nebraska
PRESENTED BY
156th Street
168th Street
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SPECTATORS
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Early Bird Run. For runner safety,
please no spectators this year at
the start or finish line areas unless
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participating minor. Friends or
family may drop you off or pick you
up, but spectating in these areas is
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the running route should practice
social distancing and follow all
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Start
Finish
Elevation Profile
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1200
Feet
1100 Q Street
1000
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
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OVERFLOW NEIGHBORHOOD PARKING
suggested WALKING routes
the start
ROLLING CORRAL START
N We will be implementing a rolling corral start. Each runner will be assigned
a corral. On race morning, corrals will be well signed and will follow each
W E other in a continuous procession towards the start line. Corral assignments
will be sent in participant pre-race emails and can also be found via
S bib-lookup. They will be printed on runner’s race packet and also race
START bib. Runners may not move up a corral under any circumstance, however,
a runner may move back a corral if they would like to run with another
participant in another corral.
7:00
WALNUT
PACE
A B C
8:00
GROVE
PARK
TOILETS
D E F
PACE
9:00
PACE
LINING UP
BAG Lining up will look different to help keep athletes socially
10:00 DROP distant in the start line.
PACE 1. Know your assigned start corral. It is written on your race bib.
PACKET 2. Make sure you have your race bib and it is clearly visible.
3. Begin lining up according to start line corral. Start Corrals will be
11:00 PICKUP
clearly signed and will follow each other in a continuous procession
PACE towards the start line. Wait until your start corral sign is posted to begin
RACE HQ
lining up if you are in one of the later corrals. Listen to the announcer
12:00 and staff instructions. When lining up you will find an individually
PACE marked spot in the start line chute.
4. Please wear a mask in the start chute and carry it with you to the finish
PARK ENTRANCE line. You do not need to wear a mask while running. If you need a
mask, they can be obtained at Packet Pickup.
5. Carry your own water bottle if possible. We will have canned water on
course, but carrying your own is best.
6. Consider also carrying your own individual-sized hand sanitizer and
interactive map any nutrition needed.
7. You may move back a corral to run with another participant if
needed. You may not move up a corral under any circumstance.FINISH AND POST RACE
athlete village
Beyond the finish line, you will enter the Athlete Village (race N
FINISH
officials, volunteers and athletes only). Here you will receive
W E
your finish medal, heat blanket, water, breakfast treats,
coffee, and orange juice. You earned your worm! S
RECOVERY
results
ATHLETE
Friends and family can track athletes live and final results will
be posted at earlybirdrun.com/results. WALNUT
GROVE
PARK
BAG
CLAIM
Coffee
RACE HQ
ETS
TOIL
PARK EXIT
interactive maprace recovery SPORTS MEDICINE
At the finish line, you will have short mask free zone to catch
your breath before race recovery. During race recovery you will
get your hard earned rewards and be required to wear a mask.
archetype coffee
We are proud to partner with one of Omaha’s finest coffee
brands. Archetype Coffee will be served to you just beyond
the race recovery area.
Early Bird & Bob’s Donuts Breakfast
Who better to provide brunch at the Early Bird Run than Early
Bird Restaurant and Bob’s Donuts?! You will be treated to
breakfast treats including donuts, orange juice, and fruit.
NEW! In addition to the breakfast treat to go, we are excited
to provide all 2021 Early Bird runners with a $10 gift card to
Early Bird Brunch! After you knock out your run you can fly
down to one of Early Bird’s locations and knock out some
brunch, too! Yesssss!
800.922.0000
NebraskaMed.com/Early-birdrunner safety
course medical resources
Medical resources are available at the start and finish line as
well as on the course who can offer assistance as needed.
If you need assistance, please notify the nearest medical
personnel or event volunteer. There are three water stations
located on the course to keep you hydrated.
DROPPING OUT OF THE RACE
We want all runners to have an amazing running experience,
but we know that sometimes it’s “just not your day.” Listen to
your body and do not continue running if you experience
symptoms that are not familiar to you. If you are unable to
continue or finish the race, ask the nearest race official for
assistance. If you are feeling ill on race morning, consider not
starting the race. There’s always next year and your health is
more important.
race day weather cancellation policy
We want the Early Bird 10 Mile Run to happen just as much
as you! We’ll do everything in our power to have things go
off as scheduled. That being said, excessive rain or other
hazardous weather might cause us to modify or cancel the
event. Cancellation is not likely, so plan on running! Any
announcements regarding weather will be made on our
social media pages and emailed/ texted to you.
lost & found
Lost & Found on race day will be located inside the Pink
Gorilla Events headquarters tent at Walnut Grove Park. After
Not your everyday brunch, every day. the race, make inquiries at ask@pinkgorillaevents.comget social!
follow us
We’re not some ol’ stick-in-the-mud. Follow us on your favorite
social media channel for some race day fun! Send us your
snaps using our custom geofilter, tweet us your favorite sunrise
photo, or tag us in your post-race instagram boomerang! ...
and, of course, don’t forget to use #EarnYourWorm!
/EarlyBird10Mile
@EarlyBird10Mile
# E a r n Yo
u r Wo r m
@EarlyBird10Mile
With digital marketing Give us a call at
services and in-house (877) 662-4443 pgevents
media—as well as or visit us online at
sports, entertainment, hurrdat.com to see what
and film divisions—we we can do for you. /clubs/pinkgorillaevents
provide everything
brands need for their
business to take flight.Awards & Results run with us, again!
Awards
For safety, there will be no award ceremony for 2021. All
award recipients will be mailed their awards. Congratulations!
• Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female
• Top Masters Male and Female Award (40+)
• Top 3 in each Age Group (Male & Female):
19 & under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49,
50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & Up
LIVE MOBILE RESULTS REGISTER BY
APRIL 5TH & GET
Mobile results will be made immediately at THE REGISTRATION
earlybirdrun.com/results/ OPENING OFFER!
RACE DAY: REGISTER:
10.24.2021 4.02.2021
VIRTUAL RUN AVAILABLE, TOO!
REGISTER
NOW!
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